- District
- Kodagu
- Base
- Kutta
- Distance
- 11 km
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Altitude
- 1608 m
- Permit
- Required
Brahmagiri Trek Overview
Brahmagiri is a magnificent border mountain separating the Kodagu district of Karnataka from Wayanad in Kerala. It offers a dense forest immersion trail that starts near the sacred Iruppu water cascades.
Beginning right by the Iruppu Falls park area, you enter a dense sanctuary forest trail. The path requires crossing major forest streams and tracking up steep shaded dirt tracks, bursting into an expansive grassy clearing right at the inter-state boundary.
Highlights
- Famous Iruppu Falls at the base
- High probability of wildlife sightings
- Inter-state border marker at summit
Things to Carry
- Forest permit document
- ID proof
- Insect repellent
- Snacks
Permit Information
Permit: Required
Authority: Karnataka Forest Department
Booking: https://aranyavihaara.karnataka.gov.in
Notes: Compulsory to hire an armed or designated forest guard due to heavy wildlife density.
Entry Fees and Timings
Adult fee: 450
Currency: INR
Reporting: 07:00 AM
Last entry: 10:00 AM
Guidelines
mandatory
Wildlife Alert
Do not separate from your group or walk ahead of the assigned forest guide.
Safety Notes
high
Big Game Wildlife
Elephants and bison heavily frequent this sanctuary zone; maintain absolute silence.
FAQs
Can we access this trek from Kerala side?
Yes, Pakshipathalam caves can be accessed via Kerala permits, but the primary peak trail described starts at Iruppu, Karnataka.
Sources
- Karnataka Eco-Tourism Portal
Verified: permit_required, entry_fee_details · Retrieved 2026-07-19
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